Job Description
Job DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to join a team in Sacramento, California in a Contract to permanent capacity. This position is suited for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who can oversee day-to-day bookkeeping operations, keep financial records accurate, and support timely reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on experience across core accounting functions and is comfortable managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
Responsibilities:
• Oversee end-to-end accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring invoices, payments, and customer balances are handled accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain the general ledger by recording financial activity, preparing journal entries, and keeping supporting documentation organized and complete.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and other balance sheet accounts to identify discrepancies and resolve issues promptly.
• Process payroll accurately and preserve up-to-date payroll records in alignment with company requirements.
• Produce monthly financial reports and contribute to closing activities by validating transactions and preparing supporting schedules.
• Track cash movement and help maintain reliable accounting data to support sound financial oversight.
• Prepare sales tax submissions, 1099 reporting, and other recurring regulatory filings within required deadlines.
• Support year-end accounting activities by assisting with audit preparation and providing documentation for tax-related work.
• Uphold established accounting standards, internal controls, and procedural compliance across daily financial operations.• 5+ years of experience in full charge bookkeeping or a closely related accounting position.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and solid working knowledge of core bookkeeping processes.
• Demonstrated experience managing both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Strong background in account, bank, and credit card reconciliations.
• Hands-on experience with payroll processing; familiarity with Paylocity is preferred.
• Ability to prepare journal entries and support month-end close responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of financial reporting, sales tax filings, and 1099 preparation.